Eric Duffy – Articling Student 2025/2026
Eric Duffy joined Soloway Wright as a summer student in May 2024 and returned to article with the firm in August 2025. Born and raised in Ottawa, he is fully bilingual in English and French. Eric holds an Honours Bachelor of Social Sciences in Political Science and a Juris Doctor from the University of Ottawa, graduating Cum Laude. Before law school, he competed across Canada and internationally as a member of Team Ontario’s mogul ski team. In law school, he served as a policy advisor for the Public Health Agency of Canada and completed a legislative development internship at the Senate of Canada. He also dedicated time to mentoring both first-year and prospective law students. Outside of the office, Eric enjoys travelling, wakesurfing, and working on his golf game.
Cheyanna Sammy – Articling Student 2025/2026
Cheyanna Sammy joined Soloway Wright LLP in 2024 as a summer student and began articling with the firm in August 2025. Cheyanna received her Juris Doctor from the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law where she graduated Cum Laude. Prior to coming to law school, Cheyanna completed her undergraduate degree in History, Political Science, and Public Law at the University of Toronto where she graduated with High Distinction. She then went on to complete her Master of Arts in History at the University of Toronto. Prior to law school, Cheyanna was a competitive dancer in numerous styles including Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. As a law student, Cheyanna was an Assistant and Associate editor at the Ottawa Law Review, participated in internship opportunities, and joined moot competitions. In her free time, you can find Cheyanna cycling, hiking, or at the movies.
Maya Stanton – Articling Student 2025/2026
Maya Stanton joined Soloway Wright as an articling student in August 2025. She received her Juris Doctor from the University of Ottawa’s French Common Law Program. Before law school, she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Ottawa. During law school, Maya volunteered with Pro Bono Students Canada and represented the Law & Technology Student Society. She was also a member of the Women’s Legal Education & Action Fund and the University of Ottawa’s Space Law Society. In her spare time, Maya enjoys playing tennis with her friends, hiking and travelling. Maya’s hometown is here in Ottawa, and she is fluently bilingual in French and English.
Meet our Current Summer Students
Jacob Baylin – Summer Student 2025
Jacob Baylin joined the firm as a summer student in 2025. He is currently studying law at the University of Windsor, where he is working toward his Juris Doctor degree. Originally from Ottawa, Jacob completed his undergraduate studies at Carleton University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with Distinction, and a focus in law. Jacob has also worked with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police as a policy analyst, focusing on legal research related to financial crime, cybercrime, and organized crime. As well, he has gained experience working in healthcare administration and community recreation roles in Ottawa. His volunteer work has focussed on at-risk youth. Outside of work, Jacob is a passionate sports fan and enjoys staying active. He follows the Ottawa Senators closely and is an avid Formula 1 racing enthusiast. In his free time, Jacob’s hobbies are chess, astronomy, skiing, cycling, playing golf, basketball and football.
Victoria Brown – Summer Student 2025
Victoria Brown is currently a summer student at Soloway Wright LLP. Before attending the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Common Law, Victoria earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree specializing in Political Science with a minor in French Studies from Western University, graduating with distinction. Prior to law school, Victoria interned as a Policy and Programs Assistant at the Ontario Ministry of Labour, where she assisted training providers in maintaining compliance with advertising standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act. As a law student, Victoria has supported the Six Nations Justice Department in addressing Indigenous legal issues, volunteered with Pro Bono Students Canada, and participated in various student organizations on campus. In her spare time, she enjoys dancing, painting, and discovering new restaurants around the city!
Sofia Lofranco – Summer Student 2025
Sofia Lofranco joined Soloway Wright as a summer student and is currently pursuing her Juris Doctor at the University of Ottawa, where she was named to the Dean’s Honour List for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. Sofia holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Life Sciences from Queen’s University, also graduating with distinction. She brings valuable legal experience from her internship at Russomanno Criminal Law and has held academic program roles at both Queen’s University and the University of Alberta. At law school, Sofia is Co-President of the Sports & Entertainment Law Society and actively supports student wellness and athletic events. Outside of her academic and professional life, Sofia is passionate about travel, with her dream destination as Hawaii for its food, hikes, and oceans. She’s energized by 2000s R&B, hip hop, and pop music – constantly using her playlists to pump up her summer beach volleyball team! She is a lover of adventure and has lived in the Swiss Alps and worked as an Au Pair in southern France, experiences she highly recommends.